The Comprehensive Flowmeters Resource

Terminologies

ENGINE TERMS

Absolute – This commonly  refers to a feedback device such as a resolver or an absolute encoder that provides unique position information for each discrete shaft location and  unlike an incremental feedback device which requires a known reference point an absolute feedback device retains position information when power to the system is momentarily lost AC induction …

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COASTAL TERMS

A ABRASIONThe mechanical wearing away by rock material transported by wind or water ABRASION PLATFORMA rock or clay platform which has been worn by the processes of abrasion.  ACCELEROMETERA device used in wave buoys for measuring acceleration.  ACCRETIONMay be either natural or artificial. Natural accretion is the buildup of land, solely by the action of …

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BOILER TERMINOLOGY

Advanced Boiler Efficiency & Water Treatment – knowledge to overcome the issues that arise with regards to boiler water systems involving aspects of boiler water chemistry, advanced options in pre-treatment and internal treatment, various water treatment strategies using appropriate international water quality standards and codes, strategic techniques in controlling water chemistry and the measures to optimise …

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AVIATION TERMS GENERAL AVIATION

ABSOLUTE ALTITUDE Is the measurable height of an aircraft above the actual terrain ABSOLUTE CEILING Is the maximum altitude above sea level at which an aircraft can maintain level flight under Standard Air conditions AGL (or also -Above Ground Level) Is the altitude expressed as feet above the terrain or the airport elevation AILERONS An aircraft control surface hinged …

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